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Italy’s Power Play: Pasquantino’s Triple‑Homer Wins World Baseball Classic

March 12, 2026

Pasquantino hit three home runs in a single game, a first for the World Baseball Classic. His blasts helped Italy defeat Mexico 9‑1 and secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The win also allowed the United States to advance as the second team from their group. Italy’s victory broke a streak of

science

Lanthanide Binding Secrets Revealed by New Ionic Liquid Designs

March 12, 2026

The study explores how two different chemical groups, diglycolamide (DGA) and carbamoylmethylphosphine oxide (CMPO), affect the way trivalent lanthanide ions stick to specially made ionic liquids. DGA shows a stronger pull on trivalent ions than on tetravalent ones, a surprising trend that stems

health

Health Costs Force Americans to Cut Back

March 12, 2026

A recent survey shows that many people in the United States are having to make tough choices because health care costs keep climbing. About one‑third of the population, roughly 82 million people, reported that they have had to change their habits or borrow money just to pay for medical care. T

politics

Italy’s Leader Faces Trouble as US War with Iran Hits Home

March 12, 2026

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni once celebrated a friendship with former President Trump, praising their shared stance against “woke” ideas and migration. That bond now feels like a drawback as the United States battles Iran, causing ripple effects across Europe. Italy’s economy is hurting from

politics

High‑Earners Pay More: Washington’s New Income Tax

March 12, 2026

Washington state has approved a new tax that will target people who make more than one million dollars each year. The bill was passed by the Senate with a 27‑to‑21 vote and will now go to Governor Bob Ferguson for his signature. The measure is not as controversial in the Senate as it was earlier in

politics

Iran’s Strength Shown While Trump Claims Victory

March 12, 2026

The U. S. has learned that the Iranian government remains solid, a fact that clashes with President Trump’s repeated claims of a finished war. After eleven days of fighting, intelligence reports say the regime still holds power over its people and is far from collapsing. On the first day of confl

technology

Cyberattack on US Medical Firm Sparks Global Shock

March 12, 2026

A hacker group linked to Iran attacked a U. S. medical equipment maker, Stryker, on Wednesday. The hit caused a worldwide break in Microsoft services the company uses. Stryker said there was no sign of ransomware or malware, and that it believed the problem was contained. Their teams were busy ch

entertainment

Survivor 50’s Fourth Exit: A Quick Look at Q Burdette

March 12, 2026

The latest episode of Survivor 50 saw Q Burdette, a former contestant from Season 46, become the fourth person to leave the island. The season mixes familiar faces with surprise celebrity appearances, reshuffling the cast after two early eliminations from the Cila tribe. After a tribe swap, th

science

Controlling Unpredictable Flocks with Clever Dogs and Smart Algorithms

March 12, 2026

Dogs that guide sheep are experts at handling chaos. In a long‑running competition, teams of dogs and handlers must move small groups of sheep that jump between running away and following. These tiny, undecided flocks behave like random networks that change over time, making them hard to control. ...

politics

House Republicans Struggle to Unite Over Affordable Living Bill

March 12, 2026

Republicans in the House are trying to pass a big bill that would lower costs for families before November elections. They want the plan to stand out from Democrats, hoping voters will reward them for tackling everyday expenses. The party holds a narrow 218‑214 majority, so any new law needs almo